Movies & TV Shows
The Promising Dragonball Fan Tribute Film Gets a Teaser This February
Whether you rock out to “Rock The Dragon” or nod your head to “Cha-La Head-Cha-La,” there’s no denying the near-universal appeal of Dragon Ball Z, especially since Dragonball FighterZ is set to release in two days and already has a power level of over nine-thousand (positive reviews). But, I’m not here to talk about a great game made by skilled game developers. No, I’m here to discuss a fan tribute film created my talented filmmakers that, after two years, is almost ready to release a new teaser trailer.
Back in 2015, a team of animators and artists from around the world gathered under a common flag: their love of Dragon Ball. And these aren’t newcomers to the animation industry either. Chief among the team’s numbers is Alexander Snow, a talented animator who has worked on films such as Hotel Transylvania, Big Hero 6, Zootopia, and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2. Joining Snow is Danilo Athayde, a character artist at Naughty Dog, and many, many others. So, yea, the fan film team has more than enough experience to create a great movie.
Of course, star power isn’t enough to sell a premise, so to wow audiences and bring them on board, the filmmakers published several teaser images and rough animation videos of the series protagonist Goku. Oh, and an absolutely terrifying teaser video of Majin Buu (or, as any fan will point out, Super Buu):
As you can tell, the characters on display are expertly animated and show off plenty of emotion. And here’s the kicker: these videos were made before the likes of Snow joined the project. We can only imagine how much the animation has improved since 2015. But, we don’t have to wait much longer, because earlier today, the official tribute film’s Twitter account was updated with the following message:
Release Date for the next teaser is imminent! First or Second week of February. Stay tuned!
— DBZ Tribute (@DBZTribute) January 24, 2018
To say I’m excited is an understatement. The first or second week of February? Let’s hope so, since, according to the project’s Facebook page, the trailer has been rendering since July.
The Dragon Ball franchise has a bit of a love-hate relationship with movies. The show and manga, minus the non-canon Dragon Ball GT, are almost universally praised, thanks in no small part to setting numerous standards in the anime and manga industries, but that’s not to say they aren’t the target of well-founded criticism or ridicule, especially when the show spends three hours on a fight scene that only is supposed to last five minutes in-universe. But, movies are a bit of a different matter. Some, such as Cooler’s Revenge, are decent, while others such as Battle of Gods are downright fantastic, but here’s the dirty little secret about those movies: they were all made by people who love the franchise, including series creator Akira Toriyama. The American live-action adaptation Dragonball: Evolution was not, and it was critically panned and a box office (spirit) bomb. Although, to be fair, if it weren’t for that movie, Mr. Toriyama wouldn’t have been enraged enough to return to the world of Dragonball and create Battle of Gods. And Resurrection F. And the new season of Dragonball titled Dragonball Super.
Anyway, every Dragonball fan knew Evolution would bomb due to production stills and trailers that demonstrated a lack of understanding and love of the franchise, especially when leaked images of the iconic Oozaru looked less like a King Kong-sized monkey and more like an orc with horns. But, the upcoming tribute film shows nothing but promise and admiration for the source material. Sure, Goku never tied a gourd to his belt in the show or in the manga, but he’s still unmistakably Goku, from the orange gi to the physics-defying hair.
You can bet I’ll watch the fan film when it eventually releases, which sadly is “a long way off” according to the filmmakers, and so should you. In the meantime, though, I recommend visiting the official DBZ Tribute site for the latest on the project.
Gaming
Sony is reportedly engaged in discussions to form a partnership for a potential bid on Paramount
There hasn’t been much buzz lately about any new acquisitions in the world of video game intellectual property. According to a recent report, Sony is currently engaged in discussions with a well-funded partner to potentially acquire the renowned film studio Paramount, along with all the exciting possibilities that come with such a merger.
As reported in the New York Times (thanks, ResetEra), Sony Picture Entertainment is reportedly in discussions with Apollo Global Management, an investment firm, as per two sources familiar with the matter. In the past, Apollo had made an offer to acquire Paramount for a minimum of $26 billion, but their bid was ultimately turned down.
The terms of the joint bid are currently under discussion, and there is a chance that the two parties may decide against making a formal offer. Unnamed sources have revealed that Paramount is currently in exclusive discussions with Skydance, preventing any official offer from being made at this time. Investor opposition to the recent deal that Skydance brought seems to have been significant.
Sony Pictures Entertainment and Apollo Global Management, an investment firm, have been in discussions about teaming up for a joint bid to acquire Paramount, people familiar with the situation said Thursday. https://t.co/qN86H4y7Va
— The New York Times (@nytimes) April 18, 2024
The potential impact of such an acquisition is immense. First and foremost, it would introduce adaptations of Sonic and Halo into the expanding media empire of the PlayStation platform holder. Following the announcement, Paramount’s stock experienced a significant 11% surge in after-hours trading.
What are your thoughts on the news? Is there a possibility of Sony acquiring Paramount? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section below.
Geek Culture
Fallout Season 2 has been confirmed as the show continues to captivate audiences, making it one of Amazon’s most-watched series
Amazon has just made the exciting announcement that a second season of the highly acclaimed Fallout TV adaptation is in the works. Fans can look forward to another thrilling installment of the series, which will be exclusively available on the Amazon Prime streaming service. Confirmation has arrived regarding the second batch of episodes for the series, following the acquisition of $25 million in Californian tax credits.
In just four days after its release, Fallout has already captivated audiences, quickly becoming one of Amazon Prime’s most-watched TV shows of all time. It has garnered immense popularity, rivaling even the acclaimed season of The Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power.
Wouldn't want to keep you on the edge of your seat, now, would we?
See you back in the Wasteland for SEASON 2. pic.twitter.com/ULs6DEPHDW
— FALLOUT⚡️ (@falloutonprime) April 18, 2024
The Fallout TV show has caused a massive surge in sales for the newer games, resulting in a staggering 7,500% increase in purchases of Fallout 4 in Europe. Fallout 76, Fallout 3, and Fallout: New Vegas were also among the top 10 best-selling games across the continent last week. Next week, the highly anticipated PS5 version of Fallout 4 will be released, offering players an enhanced visual experience with new graphical modes. Additionally, players can look forward to exciting new content from the Creation Club.
Considering the potential for character development and narrative arcs, it would be intriguing to see where season two takes Lucy, Maximus, and The Ghoul. Without revealing any spoilers, it’s exciting to speculate on the possible directions their stories could go. We would greatly appreciate your feedback in the comments section.
Gaming
The cast of the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 film has added an exciting new addition with the inclusion of Shadow, who will be voiced by the talented Keanu Reeves
After a long wait, it appears that the search for a capable Hollywood actor to bring the brooding Shadow the Hedgehog to life has come to an end. Keanu Reeves, a renowned actor known for his iconic roles in film franchises such as The Matrix and John Wick, as well as his involvement in the highly anticipated game Cyberpunk 2077, has officially been cast for the role.
Speculation has been running wild lately, but The Hollywood Reporter has officially confirmed the casting, citing reliable sources in the know. News of Sonic the Hedgehog 3 being showcased at Cinemacon has quickly spread. Reeves is sure to bring his own special touch to the role, but it’s uncertain how well he will mesh with the mustachioed Dr. Robotnik, as Jim Carrey is set to reprise the character.
What are your thoughts on Keanu Reeves being cast as Shadow the Hedgehog in Sonic the Hedgehog 3? Please avoid sharing fan art in the comments section below.
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